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Mac OS Scareware

May 27, 2011

IT has been made aware of a new phishing scam targeting Mac users. This scam works by redirecting users from legitimate to fraudulent Web sites and then warning that their computer is infected with a virus. Users are then prompted to download Mac Defender, MacProtector, or MacSecurity anti-virus software to resolve the issue. Users should not install this software because the goal is to obtain credit card information which may be used for fraudulent purposes.

Affected Software

Mac OS X 10.6

Mac OS X 10.5

Mac OS X 10.4

IT Recommendation

Do not install Mac Defender, MacProtector, or MacSecurityanti-virus software.